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71 Reviews

4.7 out of 5

Sophie Harrowes

Reviewed November 2025

Exceptional

Having booked somewhat last minute, we were anxious approaching our first multi day trek, mostly about our fitness (particularly for me as an energetic 57 year old weekend walker without any training regime), but also about travelling with strangers for 8 days. We need not have been. It was hugely challenging, especially with the unseasonably hot weather (34-36C), but the demanding ascents/descents and long days were achievable and gave us a huge sense of achievement at the end of each day. Campsites were amazing, from dusty village to green (but mostly dry) oasis and awe-inspiring mountain plateau. We barely saw a soul during the days and only small numbers of villagers at night. Seeing the little group of green tents already set up below us as we made our final descent of the day and knowing that the wonderful Exodus team would have a absolutely delicious dinner on, a brew and biscuits (or sometimes pancakes straight from the pan) on arrival was a fantastic reward at the end of each day’s walking. It was a real privilege to be looked after by such experienced, dedicated and kind people – and a hardworking mule. We always felt safe and our guide Mohamed ensured that the pace was regulated to push us onwards, but give decent rests. Lunch was a welcome reward each day, and quite extraordinary given the environment to have a hot dish and a beautiful spread of salads and fresh bread with mint tea. Shade was our one issue during the day, this is a dry landscape that is suffering as a result of climate change. But our team always found lunchtime shade and encouraged us to lie down and rest on carpets after we had eaten our meal! Our group were great, lots of different characters and ages, from multiple countries, travelling as couples, friends or individuals; everyone looked out for each other and the conversation was endless and enriching. We felt exceptionally lucky to have made our last minute decision – it was 100% one of our best ever trips.

Most Inspirational Moment

Sitting in our tent doorway looking out at an endless vista of empty desert mountains as the sun set.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Kind, motivating and hugely expert in the field, Mohamed was a man you could trust.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Camping is comfortable on thick foam mattresses. We rented v clean sleeping bags from Exodus and took silk liners which freed up space in our luggage (we were heading onwards to a week of r&r in Essaouira afterwards and needed extra clothes etc). Food is superb, fresh and v suitable for vegetarians. Toilet tent is fine for a group of 13, and not too grim! We didn’t use walking poles and were fine, but plenty of others did. Take 2 x 1l water bottles, refilling is always possible, but we got through a lot. Definitely worth taking energy bars and/or trail mix, they do provide some snacks, but you burn a lot of energy and it can really help push you over the next pass!

Rosemary Beale

Reviewed April 2025

Magical trip

Under the expert leadership of our guide, Ibrahim, we hiked through the stark beauty of the rocky Anti Atlas Mountains where we encountered only the inhabitants of remote villages.

Most Inspirational Moment

On the top of Mt Jebel Aklim with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains

Thoughts on Group Leader

Ibrahim was an exemplary leader He loved his job and it showed. He always put safety first and was constantly adjusting our route according to the local weather conditions.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Despite it being April, our first three days were plagued with bitterly cold winds especially at night. Take thermals and warm layers as well as your warmest sleeping bag. And don’t forget ear plugs to block out the inevitable snorers and the noisy, incessant rustling of the tents in the wind.

kanika shaw

Reviewed April 2025

Superb Trek

This was one of my favourite treks . We saw absolutely no other tourists on this trek . In the villages , the local people were so friendly . We managed to converse in pigeon french and were shown the local toad pond by some little boys in one village , had mint tea in a villagers home in another and were dressed as brides in another village . Everyone was so hospitable .

Most Inspirational Moment

After the steep climb in the final day , we came over the ridge at the top to view the most amazing camp site I have ever seen . It was perched on a high plateau overlooking and surrounded by canyons and mountains . It was truely amazing . I felt like I was in the Grand Canyon . The views of the stars that night was stunning We also saw Berber graveyards in the mountains - beautiful

Thoughts on Group Leader

Mohammed was our man leader , with Mo as the deputy. Mohammed was so friendly and generous with his time . He was always available to help and reassure and constantly checking on our safety . I was very impressed Tje food was superb - fresh salads and hot foods even on the picnics

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you want a totally off the beaten track trek Jen do this one . It was amazing Take at least 2 portable chargers The only cold day was the day we summited Jebel Take a sun hat and a lot of sunscreen Do the traditional hamman on the last day - a very unusual and fun experience

Louisa Sadler

Reviewed May 2023

Undiscovered Atlas Trek

Well organised trip. Great group of people to spend a week with, and really excellent support from the trek leader and his team. Thank you all for a very enjoyable week! Domestic Arrangements: The food produced in camp was excellent – astonishing what was produced on two camping stoves! The team were super efficient setting up camp, breaking camp and providing food and drink in camp. Comfortable sleeping mats were provided, which was great. However, the toilet tent arrangement (chemical loo) was basically totally inadequate for the number of trekkers (13) and the support team, and Exodus needs to pay some attention to this aspect (and move to composting toilets?). The scenery is spectacular and you don’t meet other trekking groups. Although it was often quite rough underfoot (and boots with ankle support were therefore necessary), the actual trekking was quite tame for the grading given by exodus.

Most Inspirational Moment

Ascent of Jebel Aklim and views from the tops.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very experienced and sensitive to the needs of the group.

Jo Griffiths

Reviewed April 2023

Remote and Definitely Undiscovered!

Fabulous trip from start to finish. A super friendly group who gelled from the outset. The most incredible food, especially the picnic lunches carried by ‘Picnic’ the Mule. A very organized and efficient, fully serviced camping experience. We were accompanied by two street dogs (Porridge and Pancake) which was a particular treat for the dog lovers on the trek. I think the main draw of this trek is the remoteness, there is no proper path, no maps to follow, just full trust in Lahcen to get us to the next campsite safely. As others have mentioned, we did not see another trekker or tourist on the whole trek; this was a rare treat compared to many of the other treks I have completed.

Most Inspirational Moment

I loved the remoteness of the trek, and despite us being a very chatty and friendly group, it was still possible to catch some quiet time to just enjoy the vastness of the mountains and the stillness of our surroundings. Hearing early morning 'Call to Prayer' echoing down the valley was also special.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Lahcen was fabulous. Obviously a very experienced Tour Leader with fantastic leadership, organizational and people skills. Lahcen and his team looked after us superbly.

Advice for Potential Travellers

We were a group of 13 and the toilet tent struggled with that number of people. I would consider taking a trowel and some biodegradable toilet paper. Most of the campsites were wild, so if properly equipped, wild toileting would be acceptable - just watch out for scorpions!!

Rob Beere

Reviewed April 2023

Fantastic Local Team and Great Group

What a brilliant trek. Amazing scenery. Just the right level of challenge. Wonderful mountains. No other tourists! But this trip was made by two things. Firstly, the Moroccan team led by Lahcen and Khalid were exemplary – friendly, knowledgeable, hard working, supportive. The chef produced the most incredible food in remote locations for 16 trekkers plus the local team of 5. Secondly, the group were so friendly and fun. We all gelled and I can’t remember a single irritable moment! Very highly recommended.

Most Inspirational Moment

The mountains, the local villages, seeing a totally different way of life. The campsites were in incredible locations with great night skies. The hammam at the end of the camping was unmissable. This trip was truly life affirming.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Lahcen was superb. A true leader but also approachable and an excellent assessor of the group's abilities. He didn't put a foot wrong and worked very hard to make our trip special.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Book it!

Kieran Daly

Reviewed March 2023

Excellent organisation with great guide providing a satisfactorily challenging experience & educational visit

Group of 16, with 12/4 f/m split, aged late 40s to late 60s. Trip is accurately rated on the Exodus scale – so some fairly stretching treks mixed with highly enjoyable steep sections. Everybody got round with no significant difficulty. Weather in mid-March was really nice – pretty warm at times by day but mostly ideal, and chilly but nothing more dramatic than that at night even at higher camps. Lovely inclusive group chemistry with non-stop chatter. Food is terrific – really quite something for a field kitchen. Just when the idea of another tagine is becoming a little less inspirational then along comes Berber omelette with chips to die for. In general camp life is a bit cushier than the notes might suggest – toilet obviously pretty basic but you learn to adapt. Tents are snug but no trouble sleeping after days like that. And the final day has an optional hamam visit in Taroudant – do not even consider turning it down – it’s the real thing, and not the flaky tourist version elsewhere. A glorious experience.

Most Inspirational Moment

Well, a personal observation here - for me the coolest thing about this part of the world is the sheer awesome vastness, emptiness and silence of it. Unfortunately an Exodus group of 16 is not ideal for experiencing that. No complaints - it was very late in the trip when this occurred to me. But there's a thought for any of you next time - perhaps have a chat about this early on and see if you can get group consensus to agree 30min of silence one evening. Perhaps too much to ask but you never know...

Thoughts on Group Leader

Leader Lahcen is born and bred in the High Atlas and is terrific to talk to regarding life in the mountain villages. Very educational on aspects of how those societies work which would not be obvious, all delivered with a fine sense of humour. Some smart planning on his part making timings work and dealing with an unforeseeable logistical snag due to local flooding. Also did a rather elegant job of patching up my partner's knee after a minor tumble - now healing nicely back in UK! An absolute asset to Exodus.

Advice for Potential Travellers

You will get through Dh1500-1700 each during the week one way or another. Tips, snacks, souk...

marian evans

Reviewed February 2023

Title appropriately and accurately describes the week

A challenging trek over hard ground in unusually cold weather. The scenery was spectacular, the trekking demanding, while the support and trek-guide were excellent. Soil erosion has seen paths become just a field of loose rocks (scree), with some clambering over/down boulders, and paths with sheer drops along some contours. It is recommended that Exodus review the grading of this trek; a grade of 4 (ie upper average) under-estimates the challenges in some parts of the walk.

Most Inspirational Moment

Not one aspect stands out, the whole trip was inspirational both in terms of the physical demands and the scenery.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Lahcen, our group leader, was first class. His English is tip top, nothing that was requested of him was too much, and he took time to highlight and explain features of the trek, habitat and life in the Anti Atlas. He led well, setting an appropriate pace for both the ascends and descends, while being ever mindful of the abilities of the group and the needs of individuals. Although the weather throughout our week was unusually cold - adding to the challenge for both him and the group - he kept us focused and ensured we were well nourished, and rested for each day. As well as enjoying a great rapport with the group, he seemed to have an excellent interaction with the support team (chef, driver etc etc) which made

Advice for Potential Travellers

The walking was challenging and potential travellers should ensure that their feet and leg joints are strong to cope with the hard and uneven ground.

Graham Pemberton

Reviewed February 2023

Undiscovered Atlas

The trip was amazing, not beautiful but very dramatic. Showing the authentic side of the harsh Berber life and the conditions they live under. The emptiness, especially the lack of other tourists created a unique trekking experience. The food was outstanding in its quality and variety. While Exodus is not responsible for the group mix it was an outstanding collection of people from very varied and interesting backgrounds. This along with the Exodus team and the itinerary made it a 5 star experience.

Most Inspirational Moment

It was not that kind of a trip. There was no spectacular waterfall, mountain top, ridges, wild animals or great cathedral. But each day there was a vast emptiness and solitude leaving you with the knowledge of how small and insignificant we are. Is that inspirational, yes because for the week the modern rat race was left behind. and there was an opportunity to relax.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Faultless Leader Lahcen, was very good. His knowledge and relationship skills were superb. He was able to accurately gauge the pace of the group. He managed the administration of the Exodus team, chef and porters, in a quiet professional manner. Lahcen is a credit to Exodus.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Beware of the temperatures, 4 season sleeping bag is a must. On a basic level wet wipes (preferably disposable ones) are a must as washing facilities are not existent. Also it is worth taking trail food, Lahcen did have a good trail mix that he dished out but carrying the Mars/Marathon bar helps provide a boost on some of the longer steeper sections. The paths are very rocky, and I found trekking poles very useful.

Sarah Wellburn

Reviewed February 2020

Thoroughly enjoyable trip

I enjoyed this trip wholly. The walking was good – not particularly difficult (though rocky underfoot) but up and down enough to be interesting, and with one or two more challenging moments – good scenery – terrific open views at times – and as people have said, a complete lack of other tourists or walkers. Some of the campsites were remote and beautiful and as Jennifer has said, the night skies were an absolute treat. We were blessed by good weather throughout the trip – warm sun, fresh air, cool but not freezing nights; overall it was less cold than I had expected. The company was excellent, the team looking after us was excellent – the logistics managed with seamless efficiency. The food was very good, the tents and mats were good. Morocco is a beautiful country; I will keep returning.

Most Inspirational Moment

Some of the views on the most scenic days of the trip - splendid. And yes, the night skies.

Thoughts on Group Leader

A warm heart in a slightly gruff carapace, Youssef was a highly efficient team leader, who knew his route well.

Advice for Potential Travellers

We were all required to make a donation at the start of the trip for the purchase of bottled water for provision of water to the whole group throughout the trip. The guide told us that this is now standard practice. For that reason, advance purchase of any special water purifying equipment or pills as suggested in the trip notes is a waste of time/money. Don't forget your torch/headtorch - vital bit of kit. There is no opportunity to buy anything at all after the day of arrival (no villages or shops whatsoever en route). The (optional) hammam at the end of the trip was a thoroughly authentic local experience - recommended!

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